Kick Boxing

Suddenly, the countdown began, and though Arjun initially felt a pang of annoyance, it quickly turned into frustration.

30...

Arjun's anger mounted as he found himself unable to take any action within the Phoenix System.

22...

A robotic voice echoed through the room, repeating a ominous message: "Punishment process is starting."

19...

Sweat beaded on Arjun's forehead, his heart pounding in his chest as panic set in.

10...

Without hesitation, Arjun made a split-second decision and accepted the mission.

A robotic voice confirmed his choice, stating, "The fighter has accepted the mission."

Arjun took a deep breath, his mind swirling with confusion over the intentions of the Phoenix System.

Another voice echoed, laying out the rewards that awaited Arjun upon successful completion of the mission.

"If the fighter completes this mission, he will get rewards like this:

[ 1. Fighter will get lucky spin twice. ]

[ 2. If the fighter is of any level, all his status will be increased. ]

[ 3. Fighter will get four fighting skills. ]

[ 4. Fighter will get a rank A item that item could be anything. ]

[ 5. If the fighter reaches 20 level then he will get 20000 experience points. ]

As Arjun took in the enticing list of rewards, a sense of neutrality settled over him. However, the lingering uncertainty about the consequences of failing the mission left him grappling with the weight of his decision—knowing that failure meant starting anew from the beginning.

Arjun set aside his concerns and focused on examining the fighting skills he had acquired. When the option to download them appeared, he wasted no time and tapped the screen eagerly, initiating the download process.

As the skills downloaded, a wave of shock swept over Arjun. Suddenly, he realized he was still in the washroom, and a warning flashed before him—"the fighter is receiving unknown skills."

A flood of unfamiliar information inundated his mind, overwhelming him to the point of nausea. Arjun doubled over, retching as the sensations overwhelmed him.

Amidst his distress, a reassuring voice echoed in his mind. "Master, this is only temporary. Everything will return to normal soon," Phoenix assured him.

Arjun, having freshened up from the ordeal in the washroom, felt a renewed sense of determination as he prepared to spin the Lucky Spin. With curiosity piqued, he eagerly navigated to the section of the Phoenix System where the option awaited him.

As the colorful wheel appeared before him, excitement bubbled within Arjun. The anticipation of what prize awaited him sent his heart racing, each tick of the arrow amplifying the suspense.

The wheel began its mesmerizing motion, rotating in a steady circle as Arjun's eyes remained fixated on the center. The sound of ticking filled the air, heightening the tension with each passing moment.

Round and round it went, the arrow teasingly hovering over various rewards before finally settling on one. The room seemed to hold its breath as the outcome was revealed.

Arjun's anticipation reached its peak as the Lucky Spin wheel slowed to a stop, the arrow settling on a section marked with the ominous words "Better Luck Time." Disappointment washed over him like a wave, extinguishing the flicker of hope that had briefly ignited within him.

Despite his efforts, Arjun's fears were realized once again. The elusive rewards he had hoped for remained just out of reach, leaving him with a sinking feeling in the pit of his stomach.

Arjun's anger boiled over, frustration and disappointment fueling his tirade against Phoenix. He unleashed a torrent of insults, knowing full well that the system would remain impervious to his outburst. Despite his verbal assault, Phoenix maintained its stoic silence, unfazed by Arjun's anger.

Resigned to his fate, Arjun redirected his focus to the kickboxing skills he had acquired. With determination etched on his features, he retreated to his room, ready to hone his newfound abilities.

As Arjun began to practice kickboxing, he found himself immersed in the flow of movement. Each jab, kick, and block felt instinctive, as if his body had been trained in these techniques for years. The motions flowed seamlessly, driven by a force beyond conscious thought.

Yet, amidst the fluidity of his movements, Arjun couldn't shake the feeling of strangeness that permeated his practice. It was as if a dormant memory had been awakened within him, guiding his actions with a sense of familiarity that defied explanation.

Caught in the grip of this inexplicable sensation, Arjun grappled with conflicting thoughts. Should he set aside kickboxing for the time being and focus on unraveling the mysteries of the Phoenix System, or should he continue to hone his skills, trusting in the path laid out before him?

The uncertainty gnawed at Arjun's mind as he grappled with his next move, torn between the allure of mastery and the allure of discovery.

As Arjun delved into his memories, his mind drifted back to his college days, a time marked by a fateful encounter that had left an indelible mark on his psyche.

In a moment of desperation, Arjun had found himself fleeing from a group of senior boys, their taunts and jeers echoing in his ears. In his frantic attempt to escape, he collided with a stranger—a man whose unexpected intervention would alter the course of Arjun's life.

With a steely resolve and unwavering determination, the man had imparted a powerful lesson to Arjun. He urged him to find strength in adversity, to confront his fears head-on, and to stand up for himself in the face of injustice.

The man's words resonated deeply with Arjun, serving as a catalyst for transformation. They ignited a fire within him, driving him to seek out the means to defend himself and assert his own agency in a world fraught with challenges.

Arjun vividly recalled the man's sage advice—that the words of a powerful individual carry weight, regardless of their veracity, while the voice of weakness goes unheard, even when speaking the truth.

With this memory fresh in his mind, Arjun found renewed determination to confront the obstacles before him, drawing strength from the lessons of his past and forging ahead with newfound resolve.

End of the chapter